Go Meatless One Day Each Week for Better Health

December 2, 2015

Eating less red meat and more plant proteins can help prevent heart disease, strokes, diabetes, and some cancers. In one study men who ate 2 servings of red meat a day had a 38% greater chance of dying than men who ate only 2 servings of red meat a week. Going meatless on Mondays is one way to get started (www.meatlessmondays.com is a website that gives great information and recipes for meatless meals).

Cut the tofu into 1/2 inch cubes, and blot dry with a paper towel. In a large nonstick pan, heat 1 Tbl oil over medium heat. Sauté tofu until lightly browned on 2 sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove tofu from pan. Sauté the onion in remaining 1 Tbl oil until lightly browned. Add the garlic and curry or chili powder and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes, peanut butter, and salt with 2 cups water. Simmer until the sauce has thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the spinach, and return tofu to pan. Stir until spinach wilts.